Boeing Expands MQ-28 Ghost Bat Capabilities for Longer Range and Greater Payload
TL;DR
Boeing unveiled extended MQ-28 Ghost Bat capabilities at the ILA Berlin Air Show, including a larger wingspan for increased range and payload, Beyond Line of Sight links for remote operations, two internal weapon stations (capable of AMRAAM or SDBs) and options for external stations, with upgrades developed with the Royal Australian Air Force and rolled out via a spiral upgrade to enhance mission flexibility and interoperability.
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